Multiple choice

A bevy of girls ------- singing a song.

  1. are

  2. were

  3. is

  4. none of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'A bevy' is a collective noun referring to a group. Collective nouns take a singular verb when the group is viewed as a single unit. Therefore, 'is' is correct - the bevy (as one unit) is singing. 'Are' would imply the girls are acting separately.

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